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The exciting Diablo 4 Season 7 has finally arrived. Are you ready to face all the challenges and threats brought by the new season? In addition to the necessary consumables such as sufficient gold coins and items, a qualified construction plan is also a necessary preparation for starting a new season journey. Here, we will start to introduce a Quake-HOTA Barbarian Build that is very powerful in Season 7 in the future. The core of this build is the new Chest Armor, which allows us to make Earthquakes explode through Hammer of the Ancients. As early as on PTR, we can clearly feel that the damage potential of Earthquake in the new season is slightly higher than HOTA itself, so this build is also more focused on Earthquake damage. However, with the new body armor and gloves, you can also reach a Hammer of the Ancients skill level of more than 50 points. So it also has a variant that focuses on HOTA damage, and in theory you can even try to create a balanced combination of the two. How to build it depends on your game style. Skill Tree Let’s start with the skill tree. First, HOTA and Whirlwind, one point each. Damage scaling is crucial for Hammer of the Ancients, as it increases all the damage we deal, and overpower hits will happen quite often. Alternatively, we can also take the passive skill below, Warpath, and use Iron Skin as our only defensive skill, which will provide additional damage reduction and make Aspect of the Iron Warrior unstoppable. Then we have War Cry and Leap, each Leap will generate additional Earthquakes. And Aggressive Resistance will provide some nice protection. Since we will always apply Berserking in Weapon Mastery Cluster, it has very good synergy with some of the passive skills at the bottom of the skill tree to increase our Earthquakes damage. Finally, we also need Key Passive, Unconstrained. For the pure HOTA variant, maximizing HOTA effect is of course a no-brainer, and at the same time, we also need to invest 3 points each in Heavy Handed and Brute Force. For both variants, we choose Two-Handed Axe Mastery and use a one-handed weapon to perform all other attacks except Hammer of the Ancients. Paragon Board Next, let’s look at Paragon Board system. For the starter board, we chose Challenger Glyph. Here we have a weapon aspect that increases our Earthquake damage proportional to our Strength value. So we want to stack as much as possible on Paragon system and equipment. On equipment, Force Of Nature is a must-have for an Earthquake build. So for Legendary nodes, we stack damage to close enemies on equipment. Meanwhile, on this board, we also light Dominate for continuous powerful attacks. Next up is the classic Blood Rage Dominate board. Like we said before, we also continuously stack Berserking, so we can get a double damage bonus here. In addition, there is Paragon Glyph, Rumble, which is the most important Glyph regarding Earthquake damage, so there are a lot of Strength nodes on this board to maximize its effect. Then there is Decimator board, which also provides a solid damage bonus, depending on whether we need more Berserking damage or damage to close enemies. The last board is Bone Breaker, which provides an additional vigorous attack, which will not only increase our damage but also generate additional Earthquake on this board. However, since we already use Exploit Glyph for a pure HOTA build and want to use Weapons Master board with Crusher and Wrath Glyph, we will abandon Force Of Nature and the last two glyphs. Equipment For the necessary equipment required for this build, the first thing we mention must be Ugly Bastard Helm. Because it converts all our direct damage into fire damage and then provides a significant bonus to all our fire damage. In addition, the new Mantle of the Mountain’s Fury is also a good unique Chest Armor choice. Because we always want a higher chance to deal double Earthquake damage, and the unique item effect causes Earthquake to explode, dealing all the damage in one burst. That’s why we definitely want to increase Earthquake duration, because longer duration means more damage from the explosion. For gloves, we used Earthstriker’s Runic Gloves. To be honest, HotA rank isn’t as important as the extra Strength and Temper here. So we prefer to choose a gear that deals more damage to close enemies and has more Earthquake size. Of course, you can definitely choose other gear, depending on how much Diablo 4 Gold you have. Then we equipped Aspect of the Iron Warrior on the pants, and Temper determines Earthquake size and Iron Skin cooldown. Additionally, since we need Fury per second to make sure our resource management works on Amulets, we use Aspect of Bul-Kathos, which makes our Leap generate additional Earthquakes and provides additional damage reduction when standing in an Earthquake. New Patch Buffs Thanks to the new patch, we also get a powerful damage multiplier that scales with Strength stat. So that’s why we stack so much Strength to easily reach over 1,000% damage bonus. Of course, Temper to maintain the duration of Earthquake and damage to melee enemies are also important. Items Needed For Pure HOTA Variant For the pure HOTA variant, we want to add as many ranks as possible, so we have different priorities here. For equipment, we chose Banished Lord’s Talisman, Ring of Starless Skies, and Ring of Red Furor. In the meantime, because we also want to stack strength and critical strike damage here, different weapons are also needed. You can add Grandfather Unique Two-Handed Sword to this setup, insert Runewords into the armor pieces, and fill the weapon with red gems to deal more overwhelming damage. If you need more good equipment to optimize your build, then you might want to follow iGMeet Discord, where some giveaways from time to time may allow you to get some free resources. Final Thoughts In short, the above is all for this guide. Because this build has only been tested on Season 7 PTR so far and still needs to be patched and optimized, Quake-HOTA Barbarian Build you use must be much stronger than what you see so far, and you can customize it to your play style. However, keep in mind that when playing this build, the biggest damage comes from Earthquake, otherwise you can also try pure HOTA Barbarian, which is also fun and should be able to run high-level Pit. Let’s look forward to this build making Barbarian class shine in the new season!

In the past 2024, Diablo 4’s performance can be said to be very impressive, such as providing players with 4 seasons of different game content (Season 3 - Season 6), releasing the game’s first expansion, Vessel of Hatred DLC, and various improvements in the game’s quality of life and mechanics. Of course, these outstanding achievements are presented to all players by the developers. Is this really the case? Unfortunately, in the summer of 2024, Diablo 4’s daily active players gradually decreased due to the impact of Elden Ring’s new expansion Shadow of the Erdtree. In the past December, because of the release of Path of Exile 2 Early Access, many D4 players have flowed to this game with plenty of gimmicks. So in the current 2025, is Diablo 4, a game that has been released for a year and a half, still worth exploring for players? In fact, there is no definite conclusion to this question, because it is uncertain what changes will happen to D4 or other games in 2025, and every player will definitely have an answer of their own. Here we will dialectically look at whether the game Diablo 4 is worth continuing to spend time and energy to play in the new year based on the needs of different groups of people. For Diablo 4 Enthusiasts For players who only love the excitement and crazy exploration experience brought by Diablo 4, 2025 is definitely a year worth continuing the exploration journey. First of all, in the first month of the year, January 21, Season 7 will be released. In this new season, you will feel that a new power called Witch Powers has been added to the game, which will make the complete game shrouded in a more mysterious color. Players familiar with this game must know that this is the tradition of Diablo 4. In each new season, players will be brought a system or mechanism that will make earth-shaking changes to the game content. For example, last season, Spiritborn that can use various animal spirits was added, which made a huge change in the build level in the game - Spiritborn build became the darling of players. Although Roadmap of Diablo 4 in 2025 has not been officially announced at this stage, under the condition that the developers carefully listen to the suggestions and feedback of players, its performance in 2025 will definitely not be too bad, and it can even attract more players with different skill levels to join it. So as a loyal fan of D4, are you looking forward to seeing more new players in the game? It is also worth explaining to you that in your future explorations, you can get more game products, such as items or gold, through the gift channel in iGMeet Discord, which will make your exploration in future seasons easier and more enjoyable. As Passerby Players For those players who often hang out in various MMORPGs, it is a bit unworthy to spend a lot of time and energy on Diablo 4. First, under the impact of many similar games, the number of daily active players of Diablo 4 is gradually decreasing, which makes it impossible for you to find enough teammates when you are exploring in a party form. Although Diablo 4 provides a lot of tolerance for some single-player exploration players, some late-game bosses or campaigns are very difficult to pass if explored alone, and even require nearly dozens of hours on them. This is very disadvantageous for players who have other game options, because they will directly give up this difficult grinding and turn to more interesting and simple activities in other games. More importantly, with the change of seasons, it takes more time and effort to obtain a large amount of Diablo 4 Gold in the game, and the demand for Gold in the game has also increased greatly, which will make players often feel that they can’t make ends meet and then give up the game. Speaking of spending, the overall cost of Diablo 4 is also much higher than similar games. First, the basic game requires you to spend $49.99. If you want to experience the game content in the new expansion, you have to spend $69.99 to get Vessel of Hatred expansion. For the same type of Last Epoch, you only need $34.99 to explore the basic game, and even Ultimate Edition only costs you $64.99. In this case, I believe that some passers-by players will be more willing to choose a more cost-effective game to play. Although Supporter Pack in Path of Exile 2 Early Access currently costs you $29.99 to get, given the grand storyline and more worthy game mechanics in this game, more passers-by players are more willing to explore it. Not only that, its original work, which was released nearly ten years ago, has always maintained an excellent reputation among many players, and the equally highly anticipated POE 3.26 is also expected to be released in February 2025. Under the impact of these two games, Diablo 4 may have even less market share, and fewer and fewer players will explore it. In addition, Elden Ring, which caused the initial impact on D4 last summer, will also launch a derivative game in 2025 called Elden Ring Nightreign, which will support players to play couch Co-Op, which is one feature that Diablo 4 players have always dreamed of. The announcement of this derivative game may cause D4, a game that is used to being self-contained, to be severely affected again. In general, if you are a player who has only explored Diablo 4, you can look forward to what new surprises the developers will bring you in 2025. But for those players who are just watching the fun, this game is not worth spending too much time and energy on, because there really won’t be any new moves. You can focus on new similar games or new expansions or sequels of some old games. I wish you a happy gaming journey in 2025!

As the Midwinter Blight event in Diablo 4 comes to a close on January 2, eager anticipation surrounds the finale of Season 2: Season of Blood, ending on January 23. Diablo enthusiasts brace for the onset of Season 3, with Blizzard dropping tantalizing details that promise a game-changing experience. In this guide, we unravel the mysteries of Diablo 4 Season 3, covering everything from the start date to leaderboards, rewards, events, and crucial preparations. Diablo 4 Season 3 Start Date: The Dawn of a New Era The curtain rises on Season 3 of Diablo 4, scheduled to commence on January 23. With the development team on a Christmas New Year break until January 4, the live stream or season announcement is anticipated around January 8 or 9. As tradition dictates, the end of Season 2 seamlessly ushers in the beginning of Season 3. Mark your calendars for a journey into the unknown as Diablo 4 unveils its latest chapter. Diablo 4 Season 3 Leaderboards: A Competitive Odyssey Fan-driven community leaderboards, a staple in Diablo 4, are set for a transformation. The current setup, associated with the Abattoir of Zir, will give way to an official in-game system dubbed "The Gauntlet." Season 3 will introduce separate leaderboards for each class, alongside two-player, three-player, and four-player leaderboards. These global leaderboards promise a more connected and competitive experience, leaving behind the manual submission woes of the past. Diablo 4 Season 3 Rewards: The Spoils of Victory In the heart of The Gauntlet lies a points system, meticulously crafted for speed-focused gameplay. Weekly resets for solo barbarian leaderboards maintain the thrill of competition. Rewards, tiered across various brackets, ensure a more inclusive experience. As monsters and chests drop Proofs of Might, your score climbs, echoing the rewarding system seen in Diablo Immortal. Season 3 pledges not just prestige for the top-ranked, but acknowledgment for players across different skill brackets. Diablo 4 Season 3 Events: Helltide Unleashed Helltide, a cornerstone event, undergoes a transformation in Season 3. With a duration extended to 55 minutes and a mere 5-minute downtime between cycles, Helltide becomes a near-continuous adventure. This evolution offers players consistent opportunities to delve into demonic realms, collecting souls, Fiend rolls, and other loot without prolonged waits. Diablo 4 Season 3 invites you to embrace the intensified rhythm of Helltide. Diablo 4 Season 3 Class Changes: A Balancing Act The Diablo 4 landscape anticipates potential adjustments to specific builds. Calls for nerfs echo for builds like Ball Lightning Sorc, HoTA Barb, and Shred Druid, perceived as potentially overpowered. The struggling Necromancer class might receive buffs for its weaker builds. Rogue's Twisted Ritual skill, considered overpowered in certain interactions, stands as a candidate for a necessary adjustment. Most notably, the much-debated mechanic of snapshotting gear buffs demands a reconsideration for a fair competition on the leaderboards. Diablo 4 Season 3 Item Level 925 Drops: Unveiling New Horizons Season 3 brings a promise of new sources for item level 925 gear, adding depth to the loot experience. While currently tied to Duriel, these new sources, yet to be explicitly detailed, are underway. Season 3 holds the key to farming 925 gear, rewarding activities like gauntlet runs and leaderboard achievements. Diablo 4 Season 3 Trading: Streamlining the Exchange Console players in Diablo 4 have faced the challenge of tedious gold trades due to input limitations. Blizzard addresses this concern in Season 3 with a new gold input option for controllers. This enhancement simplifies large trades, fostering a more accessible and efficient trading market for console players. How to Prepare for D4 Season 3: A Tactical Approach 1. Crafting Material Stockpile: Gather crafting materials like Death's Tomes, Fiend Materials, and other components for seamless gear upgrades.   2. Strategic Resource Saving: Preserve rare crafting resources like Blood Amber for rerolling high-level items, anticipating increased value in the upcoming season. 3. Gold Farming: Amass gold through loot sales, preparing for robust trading or crafting endeavors in Season 3. 4. Build Planning: Research and plan your class and build for Season 3, ensuring a strategic advantage from the outset. 5. Greater Rifts and Paragon Levels: Maximize experience gains by pushing Greater Rifts and building Paragon levels for a competitive edge in the new season. 6. Alternate Character Gear: Equip alternate characters with backup gear sets, facilitating rapid build experimentation in the evolving Season 3 landscape. As the Diablo 4 community stands at the threshold of Season 3, these insights offer a compass for the uncharted territories that lie ahead. Prepare, strategize, and brace yourself for the relentless challenges of Diablo 4 Season 3, where victory favors the prepared!

Diablo 2 Resurrected has been out for a few months now, and players are still experimenting with different builds to find the most effective ones. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to decide on a build that suits your playstyle. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at the best Diablo 2 Resurrected builds to help you make an informed decision. 1. Hammerdin Hammerdin is a classic Paladin build that remains popular to this day. It relies on the Paladin’s Blessed Hammer skill to deal massive damage to enemies. The Hammerdin is a versatile build that can take on bosses and clear large groups of enemies with ease. With the right equipment and skills, the Hammerdin is practically unstoppable. 2. Blizzard Sorceress The Blizzard Sorceress is a powerful caster build that uses the Sorceress’s Blizzard skill to deal massive AoE damage. This build is ideal for clearing mobs of enemies quickly and efficiently. With the right equipment and skill allocation, the Blizzard Sorceress can take on bosses with relative ease. The build requires a bit of investment in terms of gear, but the payoff is well worth it. 3. Javazon The Javazon is a hybrid build that combines the Amazon’s javelin skills with lightning damage. The build relies on the Lightning Fury and Charged Strike skills to deal massive damage to enemies. This build is ideal for clearing large groups of enemies quickly, and can also be effective against bosses. With the right equipment and skill allocation, the Javazon can take on any challenge in the game. 4. Trap Assassin The Trap Assassin is a versatile build that relies on the Assassin’s traps to deal damage to enemies. This build is ideal for players who prefer a more strategic playstyle, as the traps can be set up in advance to deal massive damage to enemies. With the right equipment and skill allocation, the Trap Assassin can be effective against bosses as well. 5. Summon Necromancer The Summon Necromancer is a powerful build that relies on the Necromancer’s summoning skills to create an army of undead minions. This build is ideal for players who prefer a more passive playstyle, as the minions do most of the work for you. With the right equipment and skill allocation, the Summon Necromancer can take on bosses and clear large groups of enemies with ease. In conclusion, Diablo 2 Resurrected offers a wide variety of builds to choose from, and the above mentioned are some of the best. Each build has its own strengths and weaknesses, and it’s important to choose a build that suits your playstyle. Whether you prefer to be a caster, a tank, or a hybrid build, there’s a build out there for you. With the right equipment and skill allocation, any of these builds can take on any challenge in the game.